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1) Prepare an ice-water bath by filling a large bowl with ice and water

2) Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add the beans and cook until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Drain well in a colander, then set the colander with beans in the ice-water bath, making sure the beans are submerged. Drain the beans, shaking off the excess water.

3) In the same pot, heat the oil over low heat. Add the beans, garlic, tomatoes, olives and basil, and toss to combine. Drizzle the vinegar over the beans and toss to coat. Taste and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, warm or cold.

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